Tornadoes, Thunderstorms, and Hurricanes

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A tornado watch means that tornadoes are

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possible

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A tornado warning means that a tornado is

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on the ground

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NWS stands for

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National Weather Service

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How do you know that a threatening weather system is approaching? Options: Cell phone, computer, television, radio; Emergency Alert Sirens; Satellite Radar; NWS weather broadcaster

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Cell phone, computer, television, radio

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This is a disturbance in the atmosphere that is characterized by lightning and thunder.

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Thunderstorm

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These clouds are capable of producing severe weather.

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Cumulonimbus

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If the temperature in part of a thundercloud falls below freezing and winds are strong, the raindrops in the storm can develop into which of the following? Snow, Sleet, Rain, Hail

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Hail

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At any given moment, there are an estimated ________________________ thunderstorms occurring on Earth.

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1500-2000

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How is thunder produced?

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By the expanding of air molecules as an electric current passes through the air

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When do the majority of thunderstorms occur?

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Spring/summer